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Albany authorizes purchase of police drones using school‑zone camera funds; body‑camera software renewal approved
Summary
Commissioners approved a five-year, $2,156,456 procurement for nine Skydio drones and associated infrastructure to be paid from school‑zone camera funds and also approved a one‑year Motorola video manager software renewal for 180 body cameras. Police officials said drones will provide faster response and transparency but acknowledged privacy and training considerations.
The Albany City Commission on Dec. 2 authorized a five‑year procurement for nine Skydio drones, docking stations, parachutes, cellular connectivity and software at a total program cost of $2,156,456 (annualized at approximately $431,291.20), to be paid from school‑zone camera funds.
A department presenter explained the purchase package and financing plan; Chief Lushing…
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